CPA Bulletin

www.cpa.uk.net CPA Bulletin > May 2020 15 ASSOCIATION NEWS: 6 • Working towards or hold a relevant NVQ, SVQ or other form of formal occupational competence-based qualification; • On a formal training programme with an appropriate length of off-the-job training. For specific occupations, nominees need to be: Plant Mechanic Level 2 • On a recognised apprenticeship or a formal training programme of at least 24 months duration. Lifting Technician • On a recognised apprenticeship or formal training programme of at least 18 months duration for the occupation; • Operating either a tower, crawler or mobile (wheeled) crane which forms a major element of the apprenticeship or training programme, supplemented by slinging and signalling activities. Plant Operative • Operating at least two types of ride-on construction plant* which forms a major element of the apprenticeship or training programme. * Excludes mobile, crawler or tower crane operations as covered by the Lifting Technician Award. Headline Sponsor: Sponsor of the Plant Mechanic of the Year and Plant Technician of the Year Awards: Joint Sponsors of the Plant Operator of the Year Award: Sponsor of the Hire Controller of the Year Award: Sponsor of the Lifting Technician of the Year Award: Tool Kit Sponsor: A big thank you to our sponsors and supporters for CPA Stars of the Future 2020 Sponsor of the Judges’ Special Award The CPA is also introducing a new prize this year called the ‘CPA Prize for the Best Personal Statement from a Candidate.’